July, 2025 - Weeklydefencenews

July 22, 2025
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Land Platforms
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Leonardo Unveils New 55-Caliber Cannon for Italy’s Next-Gen Battle Tank

Italian armaments leader Leonardo has revealed a next-generation 120mm L55 tank gun, which promises higher muzzle velocity and improved performance compared to previous variants. The advanced L55, developed entirely...

July 22, 2025
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Turkey Debuts Drone-Disabling Laser Tank for Modern Battlefield

Turkey has unveiled the ALKA-KAPLAN—a hybrid tracked combat vehicle merged with a high-energy laser weapon, purpose-built for neutralizing modern battlefield drone threats. Developed collaboratively by ROKETSAN and FNSS, this...

LA-Based Defense Tech Firm Secures $260M for AI-Driven Factory Expansion

The Los Angeles-based defense manufacturing firm Hadrian has closed a $260 million funding round aimed at fueling its expansion into AI-driven precision manufacturing. This capital will launch new facilities...

July 22, 2025
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Air Platforms
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Turkey Acquires Sixth Prototype of Indigenous Kaan Stealth Jet

The Turkish government has taken delivery of its sixth test prototype of the homegrown TAI Kaan stealth fighter, marking another step in the nation’s pursuit of aerial self-sufficiency. This...

Washington Approves $620M Coastal Defense Missile Deal with Bulgaria

The United States has approved a prospective $620 million Foreign Military Sale to Bulgaria, encompassing a Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defense System and a range of supporting equipment. This...

Czech Republic May Halt Payments Due to Caesar Howitzer Delivery Setbacks

The Czech government is considering suspending advance payments for the acquisition of 62 Caesar 8×8 self-propelled howitzers from French defense contractor KNDS, citing repeated contractual non-compliance and ongoing delivery...

Romania Eyes Turkish Warship Purchase to Safeguard Black Sea Energy Assets

Romania is set to bolster its maritime defenses by acquiring the TCG Akhisar, a nearly new Hisar-class offshore patrol vessel from Turkey, at an estimated cost of €223 million...

July 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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